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There are eight organisms identified as the biggest biosecurity threat to New Zealand's kiwifruit industry.
Find out moreKVH investigates reports of unusual symptoms to identify and manage any biosecurity risks.
Find out moreKiwifruit growers can strengthen their biosecurity plans by using the KVH-produced resources.
Find out moreLearn about the details and preparedness KVH and the kiwifruit industry are undertaking to ensure we are ready to manage any pest or disease threat that may reach New Zealand's borders, and New Zealand's kiwifruit orchards.
Find out moreThis section helps New Zealand kiwifruit growers with all aspects of on-orchard biosecurity management, and includes information about where and how to get support if you need technical advice or pastoral care.
Find out moreControls have been established for all risk items (including plant material, rootstock, pollen and budwood) to reduce the spread of pests and diseases. Movement controls differ across different risk items and regions depending on the nature and level of risk they pose.
Find out moreDuring a biosecurity response, the industry comes together - led by KVH - to develop and implement various activities quickly and effectively that limit impacts on growers and orchards, and support continuing production.
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A case study from Colin Jenkins, General Manager Ngai Tukairangi Trust, Matapihi, Mount Maunganui.Click here to read the article published in Kiwifruit Journal July/August 2011 (Issue no. 206).
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In early August 2011 KVH investigated 35 orchards in the Te Puke region to determine why some orchards showed more severe levels of Psa-V infection than others. Strung canopies appeared to be a common factor amongst the most severely affected orchards. Wild Fire Orchards report (September 2011).
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Routine orchard monitoring is essential for early Psa-V detection. This case study interview by KVH highlights the importance of orchard observation, preparedness and protectant programmes.Click here to read the article published in Kiwifruit Journal, Psa Scientific Edition, March/April 2012.
Read moreKVH works closely with Zespri to deliver a range of biosecurity research and development programmes for the New Zealand kiwifruit industry.